Witnessing God's people at work this week has as been an inspiring time for me. Being in the midst and hearing the progress only bolsters resolve. Because not all are called to actively participate in the day to day workings of social justice organizations, it is good to know that what we contribute in funds and prayer do not go unnoticed or ignored. God is GOOD.
Tuesday night there were 2,000 people at the Rite to Life banquet. For the first time I heard them use the "Prolife" phrase "From conception to natural death" in their talks. They didn't just talk about abortion though it was and has always been the focus of this annual event. Now we are considering the whole of humanity.
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Last night at St. Benedict Cathedral we witnessed the work done by CAJE (Congregations Acting for Justice in Evansville), an interfaith coalition working for social justice. The commitment of this group is to work with elected leaders and the mayor in this area to supply affordable housing for the working poor. It was inspiring to see the mayor and members of the county council commit to work. This is a complex topic and requires commitment on the part of all individuals who know that there must be a change in how we value those in need. One had only to listen to the speakers to know that this is HARD work and there is no doubt that it has been diligent by those who are closely involved.Again I see the Beatitudes at work where I live!!! I see Jesus in our midst. "We are One Body, One Body in Christ, and we do not stand alone." (Dana)
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Thanks be to God!!
Thanks be to God!!
Marvelous work being done, Cathy, and wonderful to hear about such a varied group of people working towards the same goals in your area. It's true, the point you make about the need to now get the message across of "From conception to natural death", so that people will become more informed about such things as human embryonic stem cell research and euthanasia.
ReplyDeleteWhere two or three are gathered...Keep up the good work, and the prayers of course!
ReplyDeleteYes, and please, God, that it will grow to encompass many, everywhere!!!Prayer is a must for without prayer we are just a clanging bell! Thank you both!!!!
ReplyDeleteWonderful Catholic Action going on out there. You always hear so much about the negative things ~ I crave positive news like this. We pray toward the success of all groups like these. &:o)
ReplyDeleteWe all need to pray!! Pray for those who suffer from negligence and for those who can help but who choose not to. Thank you!!!
ReplyDeleteA week is a good beginning, in heaven we'll get to live it 24/7 :)
ReplyDeleteThank you for visiting. I guess there was not much hunting opportunity for the cats under the snow. Ferko began walking over me at 3 a.m. - silly me that I didn't let him out right away :) I could have slept, now here I am at 5:30
Have a great week-end everybody.
Thank you, Isadora! And my best to you, too!
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